Seat belt, essentially (5)

I believe the answer is:

strap

(Other definitions for strap that I've seen before include "loopy band" , "Parts (anag.)" , "Restraining fastener" , "Narrow strip of leather" , "Leather fastener" .)

I've seen this clue in the Newsday.

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